SnakePit Fantasy Baseball Open for Business
by Jim McLennan on Mar 4, 2010 11:07 PM EST
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PrintI just sent out invitations to the 14 top teams in Division 1 last year, who will get first crack at the invites to the Premier League, being run this year through CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Commissioner League - they hooked us up with a sweet deal, which means the Premiership gets all the bells and whistles of the most advanced version, at no cost to the players. If the top two teams from the second-tier last year will also step forward, I can send them invites too.
First round of invites ends next Thursday (11th). Any open spots in the Premier League will then be offered to anyone who has posted in the comments section requesting entry. It'll be done on the basis of contribution to the 'Pit over the past year, as measured by fanposts, comments and bribes to the commissioner. One the Premier League is full, another league of 16 teams will be opened, which will be first-come, first served. I am looking for someone reliable to volunteer to run that and provide a weekly recap of results - PhoenixFly did step forward when we talked about that earlier, so need to know if he's still up for it.
I'm thinking the second tier will be one of the CBSSports.com's free leagues, but if anyone is looking to start a league of their own, SBNation.com have negotiated a deal where you can get 50% off the regular price for the Commissioner Version by going through this link. That reduces the cost to $89.99 - frankly, I was a bit skeptical, but having played with it for a bit, it kicks the ass of the free Yahoo! leagues, and I can see why it won 8 out of 9 Fantasy Sports Trade Association Awards for “Best Fantasy Baseball Commissioner League Management Product”. The features include:
- Customize entire league the way you want...rules, scores, teams + more
- LIVE scoring & stats so you can follow along as your teams rack up points
- Keeper league capability to carry on the tradition for many seasons to come [that might be fun!]
- Expert analysis provides up-to-date information on all players & teams
- Live chat/league messenger to trash talk with your competition [as if we didn't do that here already!]
- 14-Day Free Trial included
More discussion will follow as we head towards Opening Day, but for now, sign up in the comments for your chance to compete and win fabulous prizes the respect of your peers.
[CBSSports.com is an SB Nation partner and paying sponsor of the SB Nation baseball communities. This post is one of a series of sponsor endorsed posts related to the CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Commissioner League.]
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Despite being in the relegation zone last season, I’ll throw my hat in the ring for any spot that should become free, PL or Division 1
Time for another drink then?
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I believe
I finished 5th in the Minors last year, so chalk me up for another Minor League season.
George Sr., regarding a rival prison softball team: "Word has it they're getting Jose Canseco."
--Arrested Development
Well,
my TEAM I mean. Not my namesake.
George Sr., regarding a rival prison softball team: "Word has it they're getting Jose Canseco."
--Arrested Development
Ohhhhhh
but who will ever know? I’m looking at the standings and it says you finished 10th.
All targets neutralized. Program completed. By your command.
Can you tell me who finished in the top two?
I need to send them invites for Division One.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
by Jim McLennan on Mar 7, 2010 12:52 PM EST up reply actions
Sure
1. Funny Team Name (aka paqs)
2. Grace’s Flask Is Empty (Brennan???)
3. Team Awesome (Dan)
Not very helpful, probably, but at least one of those teams is obvious.
All targets neutralized. Program completed. By your command.
Stupid paqs.
Stupid Balkan peeps being all knowledgeable abt baseball an’ shit.
George Sr., regarding a rival prison softball team: "Word has it they're getting Jose Canseco."
--Arrested Development
Me!
I don’t particularly care where, just wanna play.
What's your name? Sandwich. What's your first name? TUNA.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Mar 5, 2010 11:26 AM EST reply actions
I'd like in if possible.
I've never heard of a famous Phoenix hot dog.
-Some crazy Cubs fan
by Reynolds rapper on Mar 5, 2010 12:12 PM EST reply actions
/returns from obscurity
I’d like to try it out this year. Hopefully it’ll open my eyes to teams outside of Arizona.
Warning: the above represents the thoughts and opinions of a 16-year-old.
yeah....
i didn’t do great in the minors last year, another season to wait to be called up
"Twin-headed infinite swirling vortex of grotesque suckitude known as Tony Clark and Eric Byrnes"
I’m in. For those interested, CBS also has an fantasy bb iPhone app unlike yahoo and espn.
"Love is the most important thing in the world, but baseball is pretty good too. " ~Greg, age 8
by njjohn on Mar 6, 2010 8:14 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Perhaps we might consider 6×6 with OPS and k/bb as the extras?
"Love is the most important thing in the world, but baseball is pretty good too. " ~Greg, age 8
by njjohn on Mar 6, 2010 8:36 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Noob
I wasn’t around last year but would woudl be interested in join up in the minor league if there is a spot. Are you thinking fo making it a daily or weekly league?
by Spaghetti_Monster on Mar 6, 2010 10:12 AM EST reply actions
Weekly lineups
Daily is way too time-consuming for me even to contemplate.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
by Jim McLennan on Mar 6, 2010 10:37 AM EST up reply actions
Cool
Yeah I would much prefer weekly as well.
by Spaghetti_Monster on Mar 6, 2010 10:57 AM EST up reply actions
Arizona Muugens ready to go =D
- on the draft order… ouch.
Did you hear Eric Byrnes is writing a book?
It's going to be a pop-up book.
does
anyone know how to change the team name on this new site? i like to change the name every year :/
like a tornado hitting a jelly bean factory on Halloween.
I can certainly do it for anyone
Upon request. I’d have imagined you should have been able to do it on signing up; you can change your other stuff like manager name, etc. then. But let me know your new choice and I’ll happily take care of it.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
I want to change mine
to “Sofa King Juiced”
please.
Did you hear Eric Byrnes is writing a book?
It's going to be a pop-up book.
by Muu on Mar 7, 2010 3:23 PM EST up reply actions
Well
I’m upset that I can’t add a fancy souvenir to my Yahoo! trophy case but nonetheless, I look forward to adding a fourth ’Pit trophy in a row regardless of where it comes from. :D
Should be on the way for you and Paqs
Please accept and get signed up ASAP.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
by Jim McLennan on Mar 8, 2010 10:47 AM EST up reply actions
didn't get
my invite to either league… ;(
"Twin-headed infinite swirling vortex of grotesque suckitude known as Tony Clark and Eric Byrnes"
Not sent out the invites for the second division yet
Waiting to see what slots are left open in Tier 1, and who gets those. I’ll add you to the list though – should be later this week.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
Should a first timer such as myself, even consider to ask joining your league
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
Perfect!
With that in mind how can i get an invite?
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
Patience, my pretty
I’ll be sending them on on Friday or so. Just make sure the email address on your account profile is good, as that’s the one I’ll be using.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
Roger that
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
Yep
ETA of invites for the second Tier will be Friday. I’ll be sending ‘em to the email address associated with your account, so make sure that’s up to date!
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
The new digs are looking quite nice.
Tons more features abound. I also uploaded a very baseball-centric logo for my team.
I figure
there’s nothing more baseball-centric than bacon, so I’ll stick with NiceCrispyBacon.
George Sr., regarding a rival prison softball team: "Word has it they're getting Jose Canseco."
--Arrested Development
I decided
that if there are any Tier 1 spots open, I’d like one :-)
(Also, Jim, how much will I owe you for SpringFest?)
What's your name? Sandwich. What's your first name? TUNA.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Mar 8, 2010 11:06 PM EST reply actions
Whaa?
I thought the Zephily collective was just one team?
George Sr., regarding a rival prison softball team: "Word has it they're getting Jose Canseco."
--Arrested Development
Last year,
yes.
This year, I’m convinced I can beat Wesley. (And that I want my own team.)
What's your name? Sandwich. What's your first name? TUNA.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Mar 9, 2010 11:43 AM EST up reply actions
Yes i can do the second league
Unless I’m in tier one
wink wink nudge nudge oh look a 20…
Pedro Cerrano: Jesus, I like him very much, but he no help with curveball.
Eddie Harris: You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
LOL
Unfortunately, the bidding has gone past mere 20s… :-) I’ll email you the list of prospective members for the second tier later in the week, once I’ve sorted out Tier 1.
"We defy augury" -- Hamlet
by Jim McLennan on Mar 9, 2010 11:14 PM EST up reply actions
slowly picks up 20
yes sir, will do. Perfect timing for me is friday as ill be on spring break .
Pedro Cerrano: Jesus, I like him very much, but he no help with curveball.
Eddie Harris: You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
::beats PhoenixFly repeatedly, picks up $20 and runs::
George Sr., regarding a rival prison softball team: "Word has it they're getting Jose Canseco."
--Arrested Development
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